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Queen's University Belfast
MSc Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages and Applied Linguistics
Queen's University Belfast

MSc Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages and Applied Linguistics

QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

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Full time | Queen's Campus | 1 year | SEP-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Tesol (Teaching English To Speakers Of Other Languages) Linguistics

Course Summary

The MSc in TESOL and Applied Linguistics is a professionally-oriented higher degree for those who intend to pursue a career in language teaching (i.e., novice as well as practicing teachers) or careers in other professional areas related to language advocacy, policy, or research. The programme provides students with the opportunity to develop deeper, contextualised understandings of the flexible and dynamic ways that language is learned, taught, and used in education, media, workplaces, and in greater society. It enables participants to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to devise and teach language, in addition to equipping students with the essential research and analytical skills to stay current with rapid developments in language teaching and other robust areas of applied linguistics.

Modules

An Introduction to Research Methods: Children, Young People and Education (20 Credits) - Core
This introductory research methods module is compulsory for all Masters students in the School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work and assumes no previous experience or knowledge of research methods. The aim of the module is to provide a general research overview and to contextualize the broad range of approaches and debates that are evident within contemporary educational research.
Language Awareness for Teaching (20 Credits) - Core
Language Learning and Teaching (20 Credits) - Core
TESOL: Principles and Practices (20 Credits) - Core
Research Dissertation (60 Credits)

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,400

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£23,000

Entry requirements

Normally a strong 2.2 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject discipline plus evidence of relevant teaching experience (minimum of 30 hours).

University information

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Queen’s University Belfast is a globally recognised institution and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities. Established in 1845, it combines academic excellence with a rich educational heritage, delivering world-class education in one of the UK’s most affordable student cities. Located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s vibrant capital, the university offers a diverse and inclusive community of...more

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